BK117 NZ Wind damage
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BK117 NZ Wind damage
Auckland rescue helicopter damaged in strong wind
There is actually a soft patch in the fin for this reason. Not the first or last time.
There is actually a soft patch in the fin for this reason. Not the first or last time.
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One technique in strong winds is to shut down with the wind on the retreating side so any unexpected gust-induced flapback will not end up with the blade low at the tail.